Lavender Infused Mascarpone Mousse Pastries

Elevate your dessert game with these exquisite Lavender Infused Mascarpone Mousse Pastries, a delightful combination of crisp, golden puff pastry and silky mascarpone mousse infused with the delicate aroma of culinary lavender. Perfect for impressing at dinner parties or adding a touch of elegance to afternoon tea, this recipe marries the floral notes of lavender with the creamy richness of mascarpone and soft peaks of whipped cream. With a quick bake time and a touch of artistry in the assembly, these pastries strike the perfect balance between decadence and effortlessness. Each bite is a harmonious blend of flaky layers and airy mousse, garnished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a picture-perfect finish. These pastries are best served chilled and can be prepped ahead, making them an ideal make-ahead dessert for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 sheet Puff pastry sheet
• 250 grams Mascarpone cheese
• 250 ml Heavy cream
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dried culinary lavender
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)
• 100 ml Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 6 equal squares or circles, depending on your preferred pastry shape.

Step 3

Place the pastry pieces on the lined baking tray. Using a smaller cutter, lightly score an inner border on each piece without cutting all the way through. This will allow the edges to puff up while keeping the center flat.

Step 4

Bake the pastry shells in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden and puffed. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, combine the water and dried culinary lavender. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then remove from the heat and let it steep for 10 minutes. Strain the lavender out and let the infused water cool.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the mascarpone cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of the cooled lavender water until smooth.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks using a hand or stand mixer. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until well combined, creating a light and fluffy mousse.

Step 8

Using a sharp knife, carefully press down the centers of the cooled puff pastry to create a cavity for the filling.

Step 9

Fill a piping bag or spoon with the lavender mascarpone mousse and generously fill the pastry shells.

Step 10

Dust the pastries with powdered sugar for garnish and serve immediately, or chill them in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(947.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3686.6

Total Fat 293.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 147.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 607.5mg	0%
Sodium 1333.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 200.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 69.9g
Protein 29.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 412.4mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 492.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.1%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 22.6%